1976 Rover 2000 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Rover 2000 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 2000 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
